The Araromi spare parts market in Ibadan, Oyo State’s capital, was destroyed by fire in the early hours of Saturday.
The market is one of the most important in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State.
According to reports, the fire, which began around 2 a.m., affected approximately forty-five (45) stores.
The incident was confirmed by the Oyo State Fire Service.
Rev. Canon, General Manager of the State Fire Service On Saturday, Yemi Akinyinka said that men from the command were able to put out the fire around 5 a.m.
Akinyinka said: “Our men are at Araromi Market Agodi Gate since 2:30 a.m. where they are putting of the fire caused by indiscriminate refuse burning.
“The fire was suppressed at 5:00 a.m. Cooling down operation is ongoing to suppress reignition. On my way for on the spot assessment.
“I cannot say specifically the number of shops now, you know it is an emergency. It started in the night. About 45 shops”.
